Ronald Surgeon

LPC-MHSP, CCTP, CLC

Counseling Experience

Ronald is licensed in Tennessee with professional work experience in clinical and private practice. He enjoys helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, self esteem, negative self-talk, coping with life changes and so much more. Ronald believes that you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that can assist you in overcoming the challenges you are facing. With specialized training in anxiety disorders, couples therapy, trauma, negative core beliefs, depression, and life transitions, Ronald has resources to help you work through a wide range of issues. Whether you're dealing with panic attacks or social anxiety, communication breakdowns in your marriage, the burden of long-standing negative core beliefs, or the stress of a major life change, he can help you find your way forward. His heartfelt desire is for people to know the truth of their stories, feel heard, known and resourced to live in the tension of the goodness and tragedy of the world. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy is courageous, so cheers to you for getting started!

Ronald enjoys long walks in green spaces with his wife, Carrie, and two kids. Reading, collecting quotes, experimenting in the kitchen and on the BBQ grill is Ronald’s favorite pastime. He also enjoys international food, culture and has traveled to over 30 countries.

Counseling CONCENTRATIONS

Codependency
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Aggressive Behavior
Pre-marital Counseling
Marital Counseling
Self-Esteem
Grief and Loss
Addictions

Coaching Experience

I am excited for you to experience the powerful process of coaching. You have probably asked, “How do I know if I need coaching?” You don’t. No one needs a coach. Coaching must be something you want.

So you know how a lot of people struggle with knowing who they are or what they REALLY want, they are stuck – wanting something of significance, but they are afraid of the change they have to make to get it. Others are burnt out, busy, and want off of the hamster wheel. Life is in constant transition.

Perhaps they are simply dissatisfied or perplexed. Maybe they have wonderful aspirations and are unsure how to get there. But maybe they are at the top of the mountain and don’t like the view. Regardless of the situation, coaching can help. I can meet you there- wherever there is – together we can break through with courage, overcome blocks, and locate the place you desire to be.

I’m Ronald Surgeon, a Certified Life Coach, speaker, consultant, and trainer with a background as a licensed counselor. These skills and training converge to create space for you to grow, discover the possibilities, and become more of who you are made to be. Coaching is an experience in which people are helped to realize what seems out of grasp and live in the realm of possibility and fulfillment. Whether you want help with your professional life or simply with life in general, come, let’s create together.

Coaching CONCENTRATIONS

Overcoming Blocks and Limiting Beliefs
Organizing Projects
Emotional Health
Relationship Coaching
Clarifying Vision and Mission
Work and Life Balance
Fear and Control Resolution
Creating a Fulfilling Life
Business and Leadership Coaching
Spiritual Life Coaching
Goal Setting
Creating and Sustaining Habits
Life Transition
Self-Exploration
Finding Your College Major
Small Group Leader Coaching
Value Clarification
Solidifying Identity
Working with the Self-Critic

Education

Ron earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Crichton College.

Training and Certifications

Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider, TN License #4515
EMDR Trained, S.A.F.E. (Somatic and Attachment Focused)
Certified SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, CCTP
Certificate Working with Childhood Anxiety
Certified Life Coach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychotic Disorders
Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT

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